Enduring the Winter of Unbelief
CD Set
Item Number: 8310
Fr. Shannon Collins, C.P.M.
Ever since Vatican II the faithful have been told that the Church is experiencing a "New Springtime." But if this is true why has the number of Catholics that attend Holy Mass steadily decreased until it is fewer than twenty percent in some American dioceses? Why are Catholic schools closing and Catholic hospitals becoming secularized? Why has there been a 90 percent drop in the seminary population and an 80 percent decrease in ordinations since the 1960's? Why do so many modern heresies go uncorrected? Is the Church really enjoying a "New Springtime" or is she suffering an unprecedented "Winter of Unbelief"?
False Optimism vs. Supernatural Hope
In the thought provoking new three CD (or cassette) series Enduring the Winter of Unbelief, Fr. Shannon Collins, C.P.M. confronts the many challenges that face believers today. In this "survival kit for hopeful pessimists" you'll discover that artificial enthusiasm is not a virtue. And why Catholics must exchange false optimism for the true virtue of supernatural hope if they desire to survive the current confusion in the Church with their faith intact.
Uncertainty and Scandal
In this uncompromising presentation, Fr. Collins courageously confronts the devastating consequences of the constant changes to the liturgy since Vatican II. As you listen to his unflinching examination of this controversial topic you'll discover how the destruction of time-honored devotions has led to uncertainty in matters of doctrine and scandal among the faithful. You'll also discern why many Catholics have begun to feel out of place in their own Church as solid Catholic teaching is replaced by modern "psychobabble" that barely conceals a deep-seated disdain for Catholic Tradition. Worst of all you'll witness the awful consequences when priests treat the liturgy as their own private property.
Seven Steps to Spiritual Survival
Drawing upon Sacred Scripture, official Church teaching and the wisdom of the saints, Fr. Shannon shows you how to identify the greatest problems facing believers today and reveals the seven essential steps to take to ensure that you and your family will survive the current crisis of confusion in the Church. After listening to this set, you'll be equipped to confront confusion with truth and be fully prepared for Enduring the Winter of Unbelief.
Discover!
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How one man and God make an army
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What horrible consequences follow when a priest treats the liturgy as his own private property
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How false optimism overlooks evil
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Why the work of redemption requires uniting our sufferings with the cross of Our Lord
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What St. Pio of Pietrelcina identified as the greatest problem affecting the Church today and what to do about it!
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Why constant changes in the liturgy lead to confusion among the faithful and uncertainty in matters of doctrine
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How Holy Communion is not a "reward" but a "remedy"
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Why "formation is everything" in raising Catholic children
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Why using natural weapons has not worked in the battle for saving souls
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How to be mindful of others without forgetting yourself
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And much more...
1. January 22 - A Day of Prayer and Penance for Life 01/14/2009
2. Resources for Theology of the Body 11/13/2008
